Southwest Airlines
Major US point-to-point carrier operating an all-Boeing 737 fleet across domestic United States cities, Hawaii, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Network Highlight
Extensive point-to-point connectivity across the United States, Hawaii, Mexico, and the Caribbean.
Primary Hub(s) / Operating Bases
- Dallas Love Field (DAL)
- Denver International Airport (DEN)
- Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
- Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI)
- Las Vegas – Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
Carrier Name
Southwest Airlines
Country / Territory
United States
Primary Region
North America, Hawaii & Caribbean
IATA Code / ICAO Code
WN / SWA
Headquarters
Dallas, Texas, United States
Established
1967
Primary Hub(s) / Operating Bases
Carrier specifications are provided for travel planning reference. Always verify schedule-specific details and fare rules prior to ticketing.
About the Airline: Southwest Airlines
Southwest Airlines is one of the largest airlines in the United States, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, at Dallas Love Field (DAL). Operating an all-Boeing 737 narrow-body fleet, Southwest uses a point-to-point network model with major operating bases in Denver (DEN), Chicago Midway (MDW), Baltimore/Washington (BWI), Las Vegas (LAS), Phoenix (PHX), Houston Hobby (HOU), and Orlando (MCO).
Southwest serves over 100 destinations across the United States (including inter-island and mainland-to-Hawaii routes), Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. On FlyEasyFlights, travelers can review Southwest's fare bundles, baggage allowances, and check-in procedures before planning their trip.
Key Destinations & Route Network
Explore major cities and regional hubs commonly served across this network.
Denver
United States
High-volume connecting base at Concourse C linking the West Coast, Midwest, and East Coast.
Chicago
United States
Primary Midwest operating base at Chicago Midway (MDW) alongside service at O'Hare (ORD).
Dallas
United States
Home headquarters base at Dallas Love Field near downtown Dallas.
Las Vegas
United States
Major Western leisure and connecting gateway at Harry Reid International Airport.
New York
United States
Domestic service into New York LaGuardia (LGA) and Long Island MacArthur (ISP).
Orlando
United States
Major Florida leisure hub with connections to the Caribbean and across the US.
Cabin Classes & Onboard Experience
Overview of typical travel classes. Cabin configuration and onboard services vary by aircraft type, route duration, and fare family.
Economy / Core Cabin
Southwest operates a single-cabin Boeing 737 fleet with Economy seating, offering complimentary non-alcoholic beverages, snacks, and free streaming movies and live TV on personal devices via the onboard Wi-Fi portal.
Extra Legroom / Upgraded Boarding
Travelers booking higher fare bundles (such as Anytime or Business Select) or upgrading boarding / extra legroom seat selections enjoy priority boarding and enhanced flexibility.
Note: Specific seat pitch, dining menus, and inflight entertainment availability depend on the operating aircraft and ticketed fare class.
Understanding carry-on and checked baggage expectations before you travel.
Carry-On / Cabin Baggage
Passengers are permitted one carry-on bag (up to 24 x 16 x 10 inches) plus one smaller personal item that fits under the seat in front of you.
Checked / Hold Baggage
Southwest is historically recognized for its generous checked baggage policy (up to two checked bags up to 50 lbs and 62 linear inches each, subject to applicable fare terms and policy effective dates).
Always verify the exact weight (50 lbs / 23 kg) and size (62 linear inches) limits on your ticket confirmation to avoid overweight or oversized baggage fees.
Important: Exact baggage weight limits, piece allowances, and oversized fees depend on your specific route, travel class, frequent flyer tier, and ticket conditions.
General guidance for online, mobile, and airport counter check-in.
Online & Mobile Check-In
Online and mobile check-in open exactly 24 hours prior to scheduled departure on southwest.com or the Southwest mobile app.
Airport Counter & Bag Drop
Self-service bag tag kiosks and skycap/counter bag drop desks operate at all Southwest airports. Checked bags must generally be dropped off at least 45 minutes prior to domestic departure (60 minutes for international flights).
Check in promptly at the 24-hour mark (or use EarlyBird Check-In) to secure your preferred boarding position and overhead bin space.
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Use FlyEasyFlights to research Southwest Airlines operating bases, compare Wanna Get Away, Wanna Get Away Plus, Anytime, and Business Select fare bundles, and plan airport transfers.
What travelers should know about ticket flexibility, schedule changes, and refund eligibility.
Southwest does not charge traditional change fees on its fares (fare differences apply). Anytime and Business Select fares are refundable to the original form of payment, whereas Wanna Get Away and Wanna Get Away Plus fares convert to Flight Credits upon timely cancellation prior to departure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to common traveler questions regarding routes, baggage, check-in, and ticket policies.
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